Best burnt ends in Kansas City

Burnt ends — the crusty, smoky point-end of the brisket — were born in Kansas City, and they're the one thing every visitor should eat here. The catch: they sell out, usually by early afternoon. Here's where to get them, and how to not miss out.

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   Arthur Bryant's Barbeque

   KCMO - Midtown

   A signature here — the dish KC burnt-end lore traces back to.

   ⏰ Can close early if the meat runs out — don't count on a late dinner.

   Ships 🇺🇸
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   Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

   KCK - Wyandotte

   On the menu select days / while they last (call ahead).

   ⏰ Burnt ends are reported to sell out most days — go at lunch, not dinner.

   Ships 🇺🇸
3. 3

   LC's Bar-B-Q

   KCMO - East Side (Blue Pkwy)

   A signature; among the most-praised burnt ends in town.

4. 4

   Slap's BBQ

   KCK - Wyandotte

   Available while they last; arrive at lunch.

   ⏰ Reported to sell out by mid-afternoon — ribs often go first. Come early.

5. 5

   Gates Bar-B-Q

   KCMO - Midtown

   Available at this KC classic; confirm by location.

   Ships 🇺🇸
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   Rosedale Bar-B-Q

   KCK - Rosedale

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   Burnt End BBQ

   KCMO - Crown Center

8. 8

   Night Goat BBQ

   KCMO - Westside (Fox & Pearl)

   ⏰ Very limited hours/days and known to sell out — check their Instagram before going.

9. 9

   Brobeck's Bar-B-Que

   Overland Park

   Local reviewers call the burnt-end sandwich one of the best values in the metro.

10. 10

    Q39

    KCMO - Midtown

    A headline dish; chef/competition background shows.

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